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Food & Drink: Generally the food is Portuguese; crayfish and rabbit are specialities. Locally produced wines are recommended, as are the brandies distilled on the islands.
Shopping: Locally made linens and woollen goods, lace and pottery make good buys.
Special Events: The following is a selection of annual special events celebrated in the Azores:
Apr-Sep Holy Ghost Festivities, all islands. May Miraculous Christ, São Miguel; Holy Trinity, all islands. May-Oct Bullfights, Terceira. Aug Sea Week, Faial; Maré de Agosto Festival, Santa Maria; Whalers Week, Pico. Aug 15 Lady of Miracles, Corvo. Sep Grape Harvest Feast, Pico and Santa Maria.
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